1. Rojgarlive » 
  2. Exam Date » 
  3. Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026 – Check Schedule, Shift Timings & Admit Card

Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026 – Check Schedule, Shift Timings & Admit Card

Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026 announced. Check APSET 2026 exam schedule, shift timings, exam pattern, hall ticket date, city/center details and important instructions.

by S Muktha

Updated Feb 17, 2026

Advertisement

Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026 – Check Schedule, Shift Timings & Admit Card

Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026: Andhra University, Visakhapatnam has announced the Andhra Pradesh State Eligibility Test (AP SET 2026) examination dates. The exam will be conducted on 28 and 29 March 2026 at various centres across Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can check the complete AP SET 2026 exam schedule, shift timings and important instructions on the official website apset.net.in. The AP SET 2026 hall ticket is scheduled to be released on 19 March 2026, around one week before the examination.

Quick Overview: AP SET Exam Date 2026

Organization Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
Post Name Assistant Professor / Lecturer Eligibility (AP SET 2026)
Exam Name Andhra Pradesh State Eligibility Test (AP SET 2026)
Exam Mode Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Online
Exam Date 28 and 29 March 2026
Exam Shifts Multiple shifts across two days
Exam Duration Paper 1 – 1 hour; Paper 2 – 2 hours
Admit Card Date 19 March 2026
Total Vacancies Eligibility test (no fixed vacancies)
Official Website Visit

Important Dates

Event Date
Admit Card Release Date 19/03/2026
Exam Date 28 & 29/03/2026
Answer Key Release (Expected) Within a few days after exam
Result Declaration (Expected) To be notified
Article continues below advertisement

AP SET Exam Schedule 2026

AP SET 2026 will be conducted on 28 and 29 March 2026 in multiple sessions/subjects across these two days. Subject-wise and shift-wise schedule (date, shift and reporting time for each subject code) is given in the official APSET 2026 brochure and exam schedule PDF on the official website. Exact shift and timing for each candidate will be mentioned on the hall ticket.

Date Shift Timings Reporting Time
28/03/2026 Shift 1 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM 08:00 AM
28/03/2026 Shift 2 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM 01:00 PM
29/03/2026 Shift 3 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM 08:00 AM
Article continues below advertisement

Exam Pattern Overview

Type Details
Total Questions Paper 1 – 50; Paper 2 – 100
Total Marks Paper 1 – 100 marks; Paper 2 – 200 marks
Exam Duration Paper 1 – 1 hour; Paper 2 – 2 hours
Marking Scheme +2 marks for each correct answer, no negative marking
Sections Paper 1 – General Teaching/Research Aptitude; Paper 2 – Subject-specific
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Medium English and Telugu for some subjects; English only for others

How to Check Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026?

  1. Visit the official website: https://apset.net.in.
  2. Navigate to the Notifications / Latest Updates section on the homepage.
  3. Click on the AP SET 2026 Notification / Exam Schedule link.
  4. Download the APSET exam schedule PDF.
  5. Check your paper date, session and general timings as per subject code.
  6. After hall ticket release, verify the exact exam date, shift and center printed on your admit card.

Documents Required on Exam Day

  • AP SET 2026 Hall Ticket (printed copy – mandatory)
  • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Driving Licence/Passport)
  • Passport Size Photographs (as per instructions)
  • Category/Reservation Certificate (if applicable, original + photocopy)

Note: Entry will NOT be allowed without a valid hall ticket and original photo ID proof.

Exam Day Guidelines

  • Report to the exam centre at least 60 minutes before the exam starts.
  • Biometric verification and document checking may be conducted at the centre.
  • No electronic devices (mobile, smartwatch, calculator etc.) are allowed inside the exam hall.
  • Rough sheets will be provided for calculations/working (if required); candidates must return them after the exam.

When Will Andhra University AP SET Hall Ticket 2026 Be Released?

The AP SET Hall Ticket 2026 will be released on 19 March 2026 on the official website apset.net.in. Candidates must log in with their registration number and password/date of birth to download and print the hall ticket.

What to Do Before Exam Day?

  • Download and print at least 2–3 copies of your AP SET hall ticket.
  • Check the exam centre location and plan your travel time in advance.
  • Verify your name, photograph, signature, subject, date and shift printed on the admit card.
  • Keep original ID proof and any relevant category certificates ready.
  • Revise important topics from the APSET syllabus and go through the exam pattern once more.

City/Center Allocation (If Applicable)

Exam centres for AP SET 2026 are allotted across various cities in Andhra Pradesh as mentioned in the official brochure. Your allotted city and exact exam centre address will be indicated on your hall ticket and generally cannot be changed after allocation.

Important Links

Official Notification PDF Download Here
Official Website Visit Site

Tags: Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026

More Related Articles

Andhra University AP SET Exam Date 2026

1. When is the AP SET Exam 2026?  

The AP SET 2026 exam is scheduled for 28 and 29 March 2026 across multiple centres in Andhra Pradesh.

2. How many shifts are there in AP SET 2026?  

AP SET 2026 will be conducted in multiple sessions across two days, and your exact shift/session details will be printed on the hall ticket.

3. When will AP SET 2026 hall ticket be released?  

The AP SET 2026 hall ticket will be released on 19 March 2026 on the official website apset.net.in.

4. Can I change my AP SET exam centre?  

 

No, exam centre allocation is generally final and cannot be changed once allotted by Andhra University, except in very rare cases as per official notification.

5. What is the reporting time for AP SET 2026?  

 

Candidates should report at least 60 minutes before the exam start time mentioned on their hall ticket to complete verification and frisking formalities.

Recent Articles

Advertisement